Job Description
A&F Apparel Designers create high quality, aspirational product for each of our unique lifestyle brands. The designer's role at A&F is to take the product from initial concept through the production of the garment. Designers stay on top of emerging trends through shopping the market, researching vintage, and staying in tune with our customers. This creative research fuels the big picture trend and mood direction at the beginning of each season. Designers focus on every aspect of product development, from fabric and trim selection to editing how the garment fits on live models.
What Will You Be Doing?
Driving comprehensive design processes by creating concept boards, sketches, and illustrations for each product season
Taking a deep dive into the global customer mindset through market, field, and relevant social research
Exploring and researching emerging trends in the global market to deliver product that is aligned with the customer and market landscape
Supporting the product development process from initial sketch to finished product
Influencing aesthetic and fit direction for your product category
Collaborating with cross-functional teams with an action-oriented, positive, and proactive mindset
Presenting designs to senior leadership as relevant to customer needs and market trends
Managing design workflow and deadlines within a fast-paced and collaborative environment
What Do You Need To Bring?
A bachelor’s degree in fashion/apparel design or relevant field
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
A portfolio is required with application
Strong computer skills in Illustrator/PLM preferred
Passion for the A&F brands, the role, and an interest in specialty retail
Solid technical skills with an impeccable taste level and eye for trend
Ability to identify and interpret relevant fashion trends into the brand handwriting
A strong curiosity and confidence to push boundaries and bring new ideas to the table
Detail-oriented with the ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced, structured environment
Career-driven, strong work ethic, and proven resiliency
A collaborative approach to working with cross-functional partners to achieve the vision of the brand
Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate confidently
Desire to learn & hunger for more!
Our Company
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, YPB, Hollister and Gilly Hicks. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.
Our Values
We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.
What You'll Get
As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:
Incentive bonus program401(K) savings plan with company matchAnnual companywide review processFlexible spending accountsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceAssociate assistance programPaid parental and adoption leaveAccess to fertility and adoption benefits through CarrotAccess to mental health and wellness app, HeadspacePaid Caregiver LeaveMobile StipendPaid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your communityWork from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)Seven associate wellness half days per yearOnsite fitness centerMerchandise discount on all of our brandsOpportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from withinAccess to multiple Associate Resource GroupsGlobal team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!Additional InformationABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER